ABOUT CARTONIST

About Cartonist

Cartonist is a Hamilton-based manufacturer of custom corrugated cartons and related packaging for New Zealand businesses, supporting trial and initial orders, production runs and ongoing supply.

We produce made-to-size corrugated cartons, die-cut and mailer boxes, inserts, trays, dividers, bottle carriers, pallet boxes and other protective packaging. Our focus is practical packaging that fits your product, protects it properly, and suits your packing, storage and transport requirements.

From trial and initial orders through to repeat production and ongoing supply, we help New Zealand businesses source packaging locally with clear communication, reliable lead times and support from a real team.

Cartonist Workshop

What We Make

We design and manufacture practical cardboard packaging for New Zealand businesses, including:

    • Custom and made-to-size cartons
    • Regular shipping cartons
    • Mailer boxes and die-cut boxes
    • Packaging inserts, dividers and internal fitments
    • Produce, fruit and egg cartons
    • Bottle carriers and beverage packaging
    • Inserts, dividers and internal fitments
    • Trays and carriers
    • Printed or plain packaging options
    • Heavy-duty cartons and pallet boxes where required

Why Local NZ-Based Production

Local production makes the packaging process simpler and more flexible. You can discuss requirements with a local team, confirm details more easily, adjust sizes when needed, and order quantities that suit your stage of business.

Based in Hamilton, we supply businesses NZ-wide and work with both small production runs and larger ongoing orders.

Why Work With Cartonist

  • Made-to-size packaging for a better product fit
  • Flexible quantities for initial orders, production runs and ongoing supply
  • Plain or printed packaging options
  • Local production from our Hamilton workshop
  • NZ-wide delivery
  • Clear pricing and responsive communication
  • Practical packaging advice for structure, board grade and print options
Cartonist Packaging Products
Cartonist packaging range

Who We Support

We work with a wide range of New Zealand businesses, including:

  • Industrial and manufacturing businesses
  • Wholesalers, distributors and local suppliers
  • Food producers and fresh produce businesses
  • Warehouses and fulfilment operations
  • Product brands and e-commerce businesses
  • Businesses requiring cartons for new products, packaging changes or repeat supply

How We Work

Discussion & Quoting
Send us your size, quantity, product details and any print requirements. We will recommend a suitable packaging option and provide pricing.

Artwork & Sampling
For printed or structural projects, we can review your artwork, prepare mock-ups or arrange samples when needed.

Production
Your order is produced locally at our Hamilton workshop.

NZ-wide Delivery
Finished goods are securely packed and delivered across New Zealand.